Olympus SH-1 vs Sony WX500

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus SH-1 and Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SH-1 (16MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-1 was announced 12 months earlier than the WX500 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SH-1 matches up against the WX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-1 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-1 features external dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony WX500 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus SH-1 and Sony WX500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SH-1 against the WX500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SH-1 and WX500 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-1 and WX500.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony WX500 to show extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older SH-1 will be behind in sensor tech.